Job Description

Director, U.S. Policy - Drug Pricing/Part D

Position Summary

This role, based in Washington, DC or Princeton, NJ, reports to the Executive Director, Policy and Research. The Director will lead policy development and strategy related to drug pricing policy and legislation (e.g., Inflation Reduction Act, Medicare PartD) for BristolMyersSquibb. Responsibilities include developing proactive policy solutions, analyzing legislative and regulatory developments, and serving as an external ambassador to trade associations, government agencies, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Policy Development & Analysis

• Develop proactive policy solutions to address emerging reimbursement and coverage trends.
• Identify gaps and opportunities for policy innovation that align with BMS objectives.
• Analyze legislative and regulatory developments impacting the IRA and Medicare PartD and develop BMS positions.

Policy Research & Advocacy Support

• Identify and commission research to strengthen advocacy campaigns and inform policy positions.
• Translate complex data and evidence into compelling narratives for policymakers and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate research findings into advocacy strategies.

Strategic Leadership

• Drive policy strategies to protect innovation and patient access under PartD.
• Collaborate with internal teams (legal, government affairs, market access) to align advocacy efforts.
• Lead crossfunctional workgroups to develop proactive solutions for pricing and reimbursement challenges.

External Engagement

• Represent BMS in industry coalitions, trade associations, and stakeholder forums.
• Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, regulators, and advocacy groups.
• Prepare and deliver testimony, comments, and briefing materials for legislative and regulatory processes.

Communication & Education

• Develop clear messaging on PartD and drug pricing policy priorities for internal and external audiences.
• Provide training and updates to senior leadership and business units on policy changes and implications.

Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced degree in Public Policy, Health Economics, Law, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in health policy, government affairs, or reimbursement strategy, with a focus on Medicare PartD.
• Direct experience preparing for engagements related to the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program.
• Strong understanding of the PartD market, CMS regulations, plan bid process, and government pricing dynamics.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects, collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, and influence policy outcomes.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in biopharmaceutical or healthcare industry preferred.
• Familiarity with legislative processes and regulatory comment cycles.
• Ability to work in a fastpaced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Domestic travel required (up to 20%).

Compensation Overview

Princeton, NJ: $206,210 $249,878 per year.
Washington, DC: $206,210 $249,878 per year.
Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. Final compensation will be determined based on experience.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing support programs (e.g., WellBeing Account, Living Life Better, Employee Assistance Programs).
• Financial benefits: 401(k), disability insurance, life insurance, legal support, and more.
• Paid Time Off: flexible time off, paid vacation, national holidays, and additional leave options.
• Global shutdown holiday between Christmas and New Years Day.

Candidate Rights & EEO Statement

BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws. BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process and reasonable workplace accommodations. We will never request payments, financial information, or socialsecurity numbers during application. For full EEO and accessibility information, visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility.

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